The confidence that came from the ancient martial arts heritage of the Perez family was so formidable that even Percival found himself at a loss for words in front of it.

Vivienne grabbed Jasper by the arm, fearing he might decide to send the entire Perez clan to protect her. "Grandpa, I'm not in any danger, and I'm perfectly healthy. I didn't say anything earlier because I didn't want to stir up trouble at such a critical time. It's not as

complicated as you think."

After a moment of silence, Jasper finally shifted his gaze to Percival, his eyes filled with an intimidating pressure. "Is everything really okay?"

Percival finally found his voice, earnestly explaining to Jasper, "Grandpa, it's my fault. Vivienne was a bit emotional in the early stages of her pregnancy, so after discussing it with my coach, we decided not to disclose this. We didn't anticipate it would lead to such a major misunderstanding."

Hearing this, the tension in Jasper seemed to dissipate, and he waved his hand dismissively, "We're family. There's no need for formalities."

"You did the right thing. Given Vivienne's status, it's always better to be cautious with such significant matters."

With the situation clarified, Jasper's worries were eased.

To Vivienne, who looked a bit pale, he said tenderly, "If Vivienne doesn't want to say anything, I'll act as if I don't know. Not a word to anyone, including your uncles, until you're ready to tell them yourself."

Vivienne and Percival exchanged a look, smiles creeping onto their faces, "Thank you, Grandpa."

Finally, Jasper smiled, nodded, and stood up to leave.

With a young man from the Ellington family by his granddaughter's side, he had nothing to worry about.

At dinner, Jasper managed to suppress the topic in front of everyone, "Vivienne is fine, just go about your business as usual."

Everyone nodded in agreement.

The uncles and aunts adored Vivienne no less than Jasper did. As long as she was fine, they wouldn't interfere too much.

Especially after the head of the family had spoken, they naturally followed suit.

Before leaving, Vivienne went to say goodbye to Finnian.

Just as she entered the backyard, she encountered a group of apprentices standing there like a wall.

as if he was being scrutinized under an X-ray as he noticed their gazes fixed

pulling her closer into his

he could do as he pleased, and no one

the lead in speaking,

the coach before we leave."

was gone, there was no reason

didn't bother with

others didn't see

superficial, and she

help, a single call from Vivienne would suffice,

and Vivienne wouldn't tolerate anyone messing

softening to one of concern, "We'll be leaving in a

as long as you're doing well, that's

was rushed because of work at the company. We

Eric, didn't speak, but their concern was

had been waiting here early, just to see Vivienne one

here to support Vivienne, but the opposition was too strong. Instead of helping, they almost

assailants even in a single move, let alone anticipate future

to admit their inability to protect

truly surprised them was

tactical retreat, his strength was revealed to be monstrous,

the looks, but

Vivienne was clearly smitten.

the closed door of the guest room,

The youngest, Larry, half-jokingly

said he observed the stars last night and foresaw a few days of bad luck ahead. He's decided to retreat to the mountains for a while until the timing is right to return. Right now, he's packing up

his prized possessions, not even letting them

wanted those treasures, hiding them

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